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Wednesday, October 28, 2020Lower credit card processing fees with level 2 and level 3 processing The cost of accepting credit cards is one of the biggest expenses a business faces. It is an unavoidable cost of doing business in a society that rarely carries cash anymore. For any business processing more than $100,000 a month in credit card transactions, the cost to process cards can approach $4,000 in fees alone. If your ...read moreCategories: Business Tips, Marin Builders Association News, Member News, Community
Tuesday, October 27, 2020Objective: To create awareness of safe practices that protect visitors from worksite hazards. Visitors are any non-employees at the facility, including contractors, vendors, family members of employees, and facility inspectors. Because visitors may be unaware of the hazards and required processes specific to your organization, they may inadvertently endanger themselves or others through improper ...read moreCategories: Marin Builders Association News, Business Tips, Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News, Member News, Safety
Monday, October 26, 2020MANDATORY SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING The due date for the mandatory Sexual Harassment Training for Employees and Management is approaching! There are no signs that the deadline for the mandatory training requirements will be extended from the January 1, 2021 compliance deadline. California law AB 1342 requires all employers of 5 or more employees to provide 1 hour of sexual harassment and ...read moreCategories: Advocacy and Legislation, Member News, Construction Education & Training
Sunday, October 25, 2020The Marin Builders Association is actively helping to build a construction workforce pipeline through our collaborative efforts with North Bay Construction Corps, Marin County Office of Education, Mario Ghilotti Family Foundation, the Education to Career (e2c) cohort coordinated by Canal Alliance and College of Marin, and also in our community partnership with Marin City CDC. As a benefit of ...read moreCategories: Community, Marin Builders Association News, Press Release, Builders Corner, Construction Education & Training, Member News, Safety
Thursday, October 22, 2020SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Body Kinetics Health Club Novato Health Club Goes Green & Saves NOVATO, CA (October 2020)— Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay clean energy provider for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 63.8 kW DC solar electric system at Body Kinetics Health Club in Novato, CA. Designed and installed by SolarCraft, the ...read moreCategories: Community, Green Building - Sustainability, Member News, Press Release
Wednesday, October 21, 2020The industry will start next year facing significant headwinds, economists and other experts predict. AUTHOR Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP PUBLISHED Oct. 21, 2020 More than 10 months since the first coronavirus cases were reported in Wuhan, China, COVID-19's global spread continues to plague commercial construction. Since the pandemic hit the U.S., contractors across the country have faced a ...read moreCategories: Business Tips, Builders Corner, COVID-19 Resources
Wednesday, October 21, 2020Safety standard organization ASTM International is leading an effort to establish standards for reusable face coverings. AUTHOR Kim Slowey @kimslowey PUBLISHED Oct. 21, 2020 Most construction workers and site managers are very familiar with the personal protective equipment (PPE) that helps prevent workplace injuries to the head, eyes, respiratory system and other vulnerable areas of the ...read moreCategories: COVID-19 Resources, Builders Corner, Safety
Tuesday, October 20, 2020It feels like parts of the world keep spinning, while others are set off their axis. You may have projects to complete, while your suppliers are considered non-essential. This can cause backlogs in your work, as you try to find ways to keep meeting client expectations as you can. Here are a few delays you can expect related to COVID-19, now and for several months into the future.Inspections Many ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, COVID-19 Resources, Business Tips, Member News
Tuesday, October 20, 2020Parking lots can present risk of personal injuries and property damage for organizations. They must be effectively designed and maintained with proper safety controls in place to prevent injuries and mitigate losses. Learn about guidelines that help to maintain a high level of safety such as: LightingSecurityImproved VisibilityHow to Reduce the Risk of FallsRepainting Parking lot lines and ...read moreCategories: Construction Education & Training, Safety, Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News
Tuesday, October 20, 2020California law requires sale of only pressure-regulated spray bodies. This change to a more water-efficient product will phase in water savings of up to 25% on spray zones. New installations will be more efficient. Existing systems can be upgraded for lower water bills.Make the change!Work through your old inventory. We will remind you to select the correct product when replenishing. Advise ...read moreCategories: Green Building - Sustainability, Business Tips, Community, Member News, Builders Corner
Tuesday, October 20, 2020What Kind Of A Company Are You? One of the most dangerous terms in the industry is "General Contractor." The truth is, the real riches are made in niche markets, not generalities. These days, you will make more money faster when you know who you are, who your target market is, and how to communicate with them. Maybe you already have a niche, but you have not done a good job articulating it. Or ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Business Tips, Community, Member News
Tuesday, October 20, 2020October 21, 2020CONTACT: Rick Wells Chief Executive Officer 415.462.1220 x116 rick@marinbuilders.com Marin Builders Association and Marin Economic Forum to Evaluate the Permit Customer Experience for County of Marin San Rafael, CA - The Marin Builders Association is announcing a new partnership with the County of Marin and the Marin Economic Forum. The collaboration is designed to help ...read moreCategories: Advocacy and Legislation, Permit CEMIP Program, Press Release, Marin Builders Association News
Friday, October 16, 2020The Business Journal is seeking nominations for top real estate projects for its 15th annual 2020 Top Projects Awards. Winning companies will be featured in the North Bay Business Journal and honored at a virtual awards celebration in December.Nominations close Friday, October 30. Nominated projects must be located in Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, Lake, Marin or Solano counties and be available for ...read moreCategories: Community, Event Related, Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News, Member News
Thursday, October 15, 2020On September 22, 2020, the President signed Executive Order 13950 – Combatting Race and Sex Stereotyping (EO 13950). The new Executive Order is intended “to combat offensive and anti-American race and sex stereotyping and scapegoating[.]” To implement that goal, EO 13950 states that the government’s policy is “not to promote race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating in the Federal workforce or in ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News, Advocacy and Legislation, Business Tips, Member News
Wednesday, October 14, 2020Payroll taxes are one thing that you’ll need to pay as part of your contracting business. As of September 1st, the federal government gave businesses the option to decline withholding these taxes from employee paychecks, as long as they meet certain requirements. There are benefits to this program, but also possible drawbacks. Here’s what you need to know.What Are Payroll Taxes? Payroll taxes are ...read moreCategories: Business Tips, Member News, Builders Corner, Community
Tuesday, October 13, 2020Laws are hitting the books to avert infernos from demolishing structures By SUSAN WOOD The North Bay Business Journal Pat Avila knows firsthand how important fire resistant construction is to her living space. In Sonoma County’s devastating Tubbs Fire of 2017, the longtime real estate agent’s residential complex with 46 homes in the Fountaingrove neighborhood burned down when embers penetrated ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News, Member News, Community, Green Building - Sustainability, Safety
Monday, October 12, 2020Objective: To create awareness on the rights and responsibilities that employees have under the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act and other state and federal regulations The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires all employers and workers to comply with occupational safety and health standards. You have rights under OSHA, but you must also follow all of the OSHA ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Safety, Member News, Construction Education & Training, Cornerstone Partner News
Monday, October 12, 2020Mahalo to our members and guests for making the 44th Annual Marin Builders Association Golf Classic - Luau on the Links a tremendous success. We welcomed more than 70 players at Indian Valley Golf Club on Friday, October 9th for a fabulous day of golf, camaraderie, sportsmanship, delicious food & refreshments. Players and supporters celebrated our commitment to education as a portion of the ...read moreCategories: Cornerstone Partner News, Marin Builders Association News, Press Release, Community, Event Related, Member News, ScholarshipThursday, October 08, 2020By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc. I have covered the great job CSLB is doing with the restrictions inherent with Covid-19 guidelines. There are however some issues and the first contractor has discovered one of these problems. While your fingerprints are yours alone a ‘copy’ isn’t enough for a contractor’s license, followed by an out-of-state question with a somewhat ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner
Wednesday, October 07, 2020Do you blink your eyes and the day is done? Do you often go weeks or even months without taking a day or two to see what’s new? This is a common problem for anyone who runs a small business. It is so easy to get wrapped up in daily tasks that you forget about professional development. However, investing this effort is the best way to avoid becoming obsolete and have a better guarantee of knowing ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Community, Business Tips, Member News
Wednesday, October 07, 2020Molds are everywhere and have existed for millions of years. When mold spores drift through the air and land on moist surfaces such as damp wood, paper, carpet, food, ceiling tiles, insulation, drywall, wallpaper, or fabric they can grow and spread. We can’t eliminate mold, but to avoid potential harm to buildings and occupants, we can and should take steps to keep mold from growing in our ...read moreCategories: Construction Education & Training, Safety, Cornerstone Partner News, Builders Corner, Member News
Monday, October 05, 2020AUTHOR Kim Slowey @kimslowey PUBLISHED Oct. 2, 2020Dive Brief:Construction jobs were among the fastest-growing for women from 2015 through 2019, according to a new study from Smart Asset.The number of women in the position of construction manager increased 101% from 49,400 to 99,400, making that the third fastest-growing job for women overall. Other construction jobs that drew a significant ...read moreCategories: Community, Builders Corner, Construction Education & Training
Monday, October 05, 2020The Strong Frame moment frame is a smart, economical solution to your design challenges. Our new guide comprises several sections, including design requirements and considerations, product, anchorage and installation information.Download the Strong Frame Design GuideCategories: Builders Corner, Member News, Community
Thursday, October 01, 2020Have you ever met someone who knew exactly what they wanted to do in life from the time they were a small child? Some people are like that. They are practically born knowing where to go. For the rest of us, it’s important to find a good fit. But having a career is so much better when you know you can bring passion to your work. Here are five ways you can tell that your passion (and your future) ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Construction Education & Training, Community, Member News
Thursday, October 01, 2020SUSAN WOOD THE NORTH BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL September 29, 2020 With more than 200,000 American lives taken already, the six-month battle with COVID-19 may also morph into a war of words. A new California law requires businesses report coronavirus cases to their employees. But North Bay law firm specialists say the new rules come with thoughtful intentions but convoluted details. Assembly Bill ...read moreCategories: Business Tips, Cornerstone Partner News, Member News, Builders Corner, Community, COVID-19 Resources, Safety
Tuesday, September 29, 2020Objective: To review critical safety principles related to safe forklift operationPoints to emphasize:Current employer training and certification is required.Complete the pre-operational checklist.Know your travel route.Drive with loads down.Know and do not exceed your load and weight capacity.Click here to download the complete training short in EnglishClick here to download the complete training ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Cornerstone Partner News, Safety, Construction Education & Training, Member News
Wednesday, September 23, 2020If approved by voters, Proposition 15 would require that all commercial and industrial properties, with limited exceptions, be reassessed to full market value, and then reassessed every three years. Exempted from this requirement would be any residential property, including rental housing, property used for production agriculture, and some small business property holdings. Proposition ...read moreCategories: Advocacy and Legislation, Marin Builders Association News, Community, Press Release
Monday, September 21, 2020Like some industries, construction has a tendency to put people at risk for illness or injury. This is why so many tasks require personal protective equipment (PPE). There are many types of PPE you may need, depending on your field and the kind of work you do. Here’s what to expect from headgear, masks, gloves, boots and more.Masks The recent pandemic has made masks a topic of national attention. ...read moreCategories: Community, Member News, COVID-19 Resources, Safety
Friday, September 18, 2020NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release September 18, 2020 Builders Association Political Action Committee (BAPAC) Makes Endorsements for City of San Rafael November Election San Rafael, CA - The Marin Builders Association PAC is proud to announce the endorsement of Kate Colin for San Rafael Mayor, John Gamblin for San Rafael City Council, District 4, and Maika Gulati for San Rafael City ...read moreCategories: Community, Advocacy and Legislation, Press Release
Thursday, September 17, 2020AUTHOR Kate Tornone @KateTornone PUBLISHED Sept. 17, 2020 Construction Dive If an employee refuses to work although there is no imminent danger, "the courts have made it clear that those employees don’t have to be paid," says a human resources expert. Contractors across the country are dealing with labor issues related to the coronavirus pandemic. Some workers who are receiving unemployment ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, COVID-19 Resources, Community, Safety
Tuesday, September 15, 2020When you work in construction, you’ll need protection in case something goes wrong. This is where insurance can make a big difference. There are a variety of types of insurance for businesses, and some of them are specifically designed for industries like construction. Here are the most common forms of coverage for contracting businesses, and how to tell when you need them.General Liability As a ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Member News, Business Tips
Wednesday, September 09, 2020In this crazy time of the COVID-19, it is not the time to cut corners to your detriment. While well intentioned contractors are always attempting to keep costs down to make a profit, they make some mistakes regarding workers’ compensation insurance. Most common mistakes are:Certifying with the Contractors License Board that they do not need workers’ compensation insurance as they have no ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Member News, Community
Monday, September 07, 2020AUTHORS Jenn Goodman & Joe Bousquin PUBLISHED Aug. 31, 2020 Construction DiveDive Brief:Businesses that received Paycheck Protection Program loans are anxiously eyeing an IRS ruling that could affect whether they apply for loan forgiveness. In a notice this spring, the IRS said it had ruled out tax deductions for wages and rent paid with forgivable PPP loans in order to prevent a “double tax ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner
Thursday, August 27, 2020Earlier this month, Marin Builders Association President, John Pope (Old Town Glass) joined Dr. Celia Golden from Marin County Health and Human Services and Kaiser Permanente Health Educator Erendira J. Olivas on two construction site visits to help educate workers about the precutions necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Marin. The first site was the Sir Francis Drake Infrastructure ...read moreCategories: Community, Builders Corner, Marin Builders Association News, Safety, Press Release
Wednesday, August 26, 2020AUTHOR Kim Slowey @kimslowey PUBLISHED Aug. 26, 2020 Construction Dive Since the coronavirus pandemic arrived in the U.S., contractors have been increasingly nervous about maintaining and building their backlog of work as jobs in some areas and sectors are put on hold or canceled. To build their books, many firms are bidding on more projects than usual. This is increasing competition, with ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Community
Tuesday, August 25, 2020AUTHOR Kim Slowey @kimslowey PUBLISHED Aug. 25, 2020 Construction Dive As a result of the novel coronavirus’ spread, construction industry players are preparing for permanent changes to the way they do business. Other changes that contractors likely will encounter moving forward through and after the pandemic, however, will be in their contracts, both between the owner and general contractor ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Community, Cornerstone Partner News
Thursday, August 20, 2020AUTHOR Matt Daly PUBLISHED Aug. 19, 2020 Construction DiveEditor's note: The following is a guest post from Matt Daly, CEO and co-founder of construction technology firm StructionSite. At more than $1 trillion in annual spending, the construction industry accounts for a significant portion of national GDP and is a major driver of the U.S. economy. The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked incredibly ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Community
Thursday, August 20, 2020Although the economy (and the construction industry in particular) seems poised for steady growth over the next few years, it’s hard to tell when that might change. Even if the world isn’t swept away by a housing crisis like 2008, your business will have to face an economic downturn from time to time. What companies do to prepare determines which ones make it to the other side. Here’s a few tips ...read moreCategories: Community, Member News, Builders Corner
Wednesday, August 19, 2020Free Drop-In COVID -19 Testing for Construction Workers and LandscapersWhen: Every Thursday 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: First Missionary Baptist Church 501 Drake Avenue, Marin City, CA 94965 Call: (415) 473-7191 Testing appointments are also available if you are unable to attend this drop-in event. Please visit https://lhi.car/covidtesting or call ...read moreCategories: Marin Builders Association News, Community, Event Related
Tuesday, August 11, 2020Wearing a Neck Gaiter May be Worse Than No Mask at All, Researchers Find(as Published by the Washington Post on August 11, 2020) As the number of novel coronavirus cases continues to rise nationwide, the recurring message from many public health experts and doctors has been simple: Wearing masks saves lives. “We are not defenseless against covid-19,” Robert R. Redfield, director of the Centers ...read moreCategories: Community, Builders Corner
Monday, August 10, 2020With the way that the economy has changed throughout the past 10-15 years, it’s not surprising that people are rethinking about how they consider starting a career. Getting a college degree used to be a popular option that would secure a good job. Now, not so much. Instead, you might be thinking about learning a trade that offers you a lot of upward mobility. But how soon can you start? Here’s ...read moreCategories: Builders Corner, Safety, Marin Builders Association News, Member News, Community
Monday, August 10, 2020We would like to recognize and celebrate our wonderful REFERRAL PARTNERS!2020:Dan McLennon, Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP who referred CLA (CliftonLarsenAllen LLP) Novato (Special thanks to Dan for pledging his bonus to our Scholarship and Workforce Development Fund!)Seth Shorett, Heritage Bank of Commerce who referred Christopher's Construction, Inc.(Special thanks to Seth for again, pledging his ...read moreCategories: Marin Builders Association News, Community
Tuesday, August 04, 2020You know it could be coming, and it might even happen within the week. When whole states are shutting down construction projects to try to slow the spread of COVID-19, it may not take long before your contracting business is affected. There are times throughout your career that you will need to suspend work on an ongoing project due to weather problems or even a contract dispute. If you have to ...read moreCategories: Community, Builders Corner, COVID-19 Resources, Safety, Member News
Wednesday, July 22, 2020CONTACT: Rick Wells Chief Executive Officer 415.462.1220 rick@marinbuilders.com Marin Builders Association, City of Novato and Marin Economic Forum Finish the Customer Experience Measurement and Improvement Program (CEMIP) In 2019 the City of Novato commissioned the Marin Builders Association in partnership with the ...read moreCategories: Press Release, Advocacy and Legislation, Community, Builders Corner, Marin Builders Association News
Monday, July 06, 2020Notice Inviting Contractors Interested in Being Included on the Las Gallinas Sanitary Districts California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Informal Bid List In accordance with the State of California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA), the District is inviting all interested licensed contractors to submit their company information for inclusion on the District’s ...read moreCategories: Project Bid Requests & Informal Bid Notices, Bid Opportunties
Thursday, July 02, 2020The City of Larkspur invites business to apply for inclusion in the City’s List of Registered Contractors. Qualified businesses will have an opportunity to participate in an informal bidding process for various City construction projects. By adoption of its municipal code §2.44, the City has elected to become subject to the State of California Uniform Construction Cost Accounting Procedures, ...read moreCategories: Bid Opportunties, Project Bid Requests & Informal Bid Notices
Wednesday, June 10, 2020The 2020 annual scholarship awards will be presented to sixteen college bound high school seniors on Thursday, June 18th. Scholarship winners were selected after an initial screening of applicants and virtual interviews by an independent selection committee. The committee includes Ken Lippi, Assistant Superintendent, Marin County Office of Education; Cynthia Murray, President and CEO of the North ...read moreCategories: Community, Safety, Marin Builders Association News, Press Release
Wednesday, June 10, 2020Shape your future and be counted!All members of our community are urged to fill out the U.S. Census 2020! Forms are available online at:2020census.gov Census takers are still needed! Please apply at:2020census.gov/jobs The pay is $25/hour plus mileage.Categories: Community
Wednesday, February 26, 2020Important Note: This list is updated bi-weekly with the most current information we receive from each municipality. Click the links below to view a current list of permit reports published and provided by the County of Marin and the individual cities/towns including Corte Madera, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Novato, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito and Tiburon. If what you're looking for is not ...read moreCategories: Permits - Marin County, Permits
Monday, January 13, 2020Click the links below to view a current list of Tax Liens & Completions published and provided by the County of Marin. If what you're looking for is not listed below, please don't hesitate to call our offices directly at 415.462.1220 or contact Paula Krause ...read moreCategories: Tax Liens and Completions
Wednesday, January 01, 2020North Bay Construction Corps - Class of Marin addresses the high demand for construction workers in our community. This program enables students to explore a variety of construction related careers and prepares high school seniors for positions with local Marin Builders Association firms at the end of each class cycle. Cohorts begin in January and conclude in June with a 2-week boot camp or ...read moreCategories: Construction Education & Training, Event Related, Press Release, Scholarship, Community, Cornerstone Partner News, Marin Builders Association News, SafetyMonday, November 11, 2019Marin Builders Association, Town of Tiburon and Marin Economic Forum Collaborate to Measure and Improve the Permit Customer Experience The Town of Tiburon has announced a new partnership with the Marin Builders Association and Marin Economic Forum to help improve the experience for the permit customers. The Customer Satisfaction Assessment is a program designed to measure and ultimately improve ...read moreCategories: Community, Marin Builders Association News, Advocacy and Legislation, Press ReleaseSunday, June 16, 2019Construction Training Program Tackles Shortage in Building Industry In response to the North Bay’s high demand for skilled construction workers, the Marin Builders Association has again partnered with College of Marin, Canal Alliance, and CareerPoint Marin to bring construction training and job opportunities to students Marin. The Education to Career (e2c) construction training program ...read moreCategories: Community, Press Release, Safety, Marin Builders Association News
Tuesday, October 09, 2018PRESS RELEASE CONTACT: Rick Wells Chief Executive Officer 415.462.1220 rick@marinbuilders.com CONTACT: Don Jeppson Chief Building Official 415.485.3357 Don.Jeppson@cityofsanrafael.org City of San Rafael to Publish Report from Marin Builders Association on Permit Customer Satisfaction In partnership with the Marin Builders Association and the Marin Economic Forum, the City ...read moreCategories: Community, Advocacy and Legislation, Marin Builders Association News, Press Release.jpg)
Click here for Subcontractor Lien Protection Checklist to protect your Lien rights provided by the Marin Builders Association and Dan McLennon of Smith, Currie & Hancock, LLP.Categories: Community, Marin Builders Association News, Tax Liens and Completions.jpg)
Click here for General Contractors Lien Rights Protection Checklist to protect your Lien rights provided by the Marin Builders Association and Board member Dan McLennon.Categories: Community, Marin Builders Association News, Tax Liens and Completions
